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Express Tribune
09-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Bill Maher blames 'cancel culture' for Emilia Pérez's Oscar snub: "It was the frontrunner"
Bill Maher has claimed Emilia Pérez was the frontrunner for Best Picture at the 2025 Academy Awards but was ultimately snubbed due to 'cancel culture.' Speaking on Real Time with Bill Maher, the host argued that backlash surrounding lead star Karla Sofia Gascon contributed to the film missing out on major wins. 'There are people who say cancel culture isn't a real thing and I would say to them, 'It just happened at the Oscars,'' Maher said. 'You may not think it happened but the movie that was going to win it all was Emilia Pérez.' The Netflix film received 13 nominations—the most of any movie at this year's Oscars—but only won Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña and Best Original Song for El Mal. Maher believes its losses, including Best Picture, stem from resurfaced social media posts by Gascon. Maher acknowledged Gascon's performance, stating, 'God bless her, she did a great job,' but suggested the online controversy surrounding her was blown out of proportion. 'This movie, that was going to win it all, it was the frontrunner, and she was going to get all… suddenly was out to lunch,' he said. Ultimately, the indie film Anora won Best Picture, with its star Mikey Madison also taking home Best Actress. While it's uncertain whether Emilia Pérez would have won without the controversy, Maher maintains it's proof that cancel culture still influences Hollywood. Real Time with Bill Maher is available for streaming on Max.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Diane Warren not sweating losing Oscar for best original song a record 16th time: ‘It is what it is'
NEW YORK — Diane Warren was a good sport after losing the 2025 Oscar for best original song — for the 16th time. The acclaimed songwriter — who garnered her record nomination for 'The Journey' from 'The Six Triple Eight' — left the Dolby Theater on Sunday night empty-handed following the 97th Academy Awards with the prize going to 'El Mal' from the movie 'Emilia Pérez.' But she's not sweating the loss. 'I'm happy to be nominated,' the hitmaker behind songs for Mariah Carey, Celine Dion, Whitney Houston, Cher and Lady Gaga told Variety later at the Vanity Fair's post-Oscars party. 'I'm consistent as f—.' She added: 'You know, it is what it is. I'm happy to be here.' Warren, 68, got her first Oscar nomination in 1987 for Starship's 'Nothing's Gonna Stop Us Now' from the 1986 film 'Mannequin.' She lost that award to the timeless 'Dirty Dancing' ditty '(I've Had) The Time of My Life,' performed by Bill Medley and Jennifer Warnes. Throughout the decades, she received nods for songs such as Celine Dion's 'Because You Loved Me' from 'Up Close and Personal,' Aerosmith's 'I Don't Want to Miss a Thing' from 'Armageddon' and 'There You'll Be' from 'Pearl Harbor.' This year's winners for best original song went to French music artists Clément Ducol and Camille, who also took home the Golden Globe and Critics Choice awards for 'El Mal' from the Netflix French Spanish-language film 'Emilia Pérez.' Warren, who ironically lost in the same category to 'The Journey' singer H.E.R. in 2021, assured the outlet it's not over for her. 'I'll be back. I'm the Terminator of the Oscars,' she joked to Variety's Marc Malkin, referencing the classic Arnold Schwarzenegger catchphrase from the 1984 film. 'I'm coming back,' Warren continued. 'Can't get rid of me.' The one-time Grammy winner already has an Oscar statuette on her mantle: She received an honorary Oscar at the Governors Awards in 2022.
Express Tribune
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Express Tribune
Emilia Pérez director Jacques Audiard responds to backlash over Oscars speech
Emilia Pérez director Jacques Audiard skips trans rights statement at Oscars, says he 'didn't have opportunity'* Emilia Pérez director Jacques Audiard won the Oscar for Best Original Song but chose not to address transgender rights during his time on stage. The French filmmaker, who co-wrote 'El Mal' with Clément Ducol and Camille, later explained his decision in the press room at the 2025 Oscars. 'Since I didn't win Best Film or Best Director, I didn't have the opportunity to speak,' Audiard said through an interpreter. 'But had I had that opportunity, I would have spoken up.' Despite losing Best Picture and Best Director to Sean Baker's Anora, Audiard had a platform after winning for El Mal. However, during the live broadcast, he ceded the microphone to his co-writers without addressing the audience. Emilia Pérez, which tells the story of a Mexican cartel leader (played by Karla Sofía Gascón) who undergoes gender-affirming surgery, faced backlash over its representation of both Mexican culture and the trans experience. The film was nominated for 13 Oscars, ultimately winning two—Best Supporting Actress for Zoe Saldaña and Best Original Song. The film's Oscar campaign was marred by controversy after past offensive tweets from Gascón resurfaced. The actress had made inflammatory remarks about Islam, the murder of George Floyd, and a prior Academy Awards ceremony. Oscars host Conan O'Brien even referenced the controversy in his opening monologue, joking about the record number of expletives in Anora compared to Gascón's publicist's reaction to her resurfaced tweets. Audiard later admitted he was 'very disappointed' that the backlash overshadowed his work, calling Gascón's comments 'inexcusable.'
CNN
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Selena Gomez's Oscars look was made with over 16,000 drops of glass
Selena Gomez is no stranger to old Hollywood glamour, having wowed awards season with a succession of stunningly chic retro-inspired outfits. At Sunday's Oscars, the 'Emilia Perez' star opted for another classic look, arriving on the red carpet in an off-the-shoulder custom Ralph Lauren number with an impressive detail: over 16,000 drops of glass and hand-sewn Rosemont crystals arranged into a lattice pattern. The dress was made by a team of 12 Italian artisans who airbrushed the glass to achieve a pink ombré finish that shimmered with each movement. Gomez completed the look with a peachy nude lip and a wavy bob, as well as a dazzling diamond choker and drop earrings. The star's stylist, Erin Walsh, told E! News that the pair were looking to channel 'movie star magic' and were inspired by Sophia Loren, one of Italy's most famous actresses. Gomez and Walsh even consulted the Hollywood icon's former tailor while planning the look, the stylist revealed. On a glamorous night at LA's Dolby Theatre, the standout look was one of several that were dripping in sparkling embellishments. During a performance for the Academy's 'James Bond' tribute, Doja Cat sparkled in a custom Swarovski gown made using over one million crystals. Lily-Rose Depp wore a plunging custom lacy black halter dress by Chanel that featured about 191,000 embroidery elements, including black sequins, crystals and pearls. And Ariana Grande, whose stunning Schiaparelli gown — recently seen on the label's Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture runway — came alive with over 190,000 crystal sequins, rhinestones and cut beads. Gowns in blush pink shades were also trending on the evening's carpet. Gomez arrived at the award show with fiance Benny Blanco in tow, before co-presenting the Best Documentary Short Film and Best Documentary Feature categories alongside Samuel L. Jackson. Her film 'Emilia Perez' was nominated for 13 Oscars, including Best Picture, but only saw two wins — for Best Supporting Actress (Zoe Saldaña) and Best Original Song (for 'El Mal'). The actress has been among the 2025 awards season's best-dressed. Just last week she appeared at the Screen Actors Guild awards in a romantic Celine gown, and at January's Golden Globes, she described her light blue Prada gown as 'Cinderella meets Jackie O' to E!.
CNN
03-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
Selena Gomez's Oscars look was made with over 16,000 drops of glass
Selena Gomez is no stranger to old Hollywood glamour, having wowed awards season with a succession of stunningly chic retro-inspired outfits. At Sunday's Oscars, the 'Emilia Perez' star opted for another classic look, arriving on the red carpet in an off-the-shoulder custom Ralph Lauren number with an impressive detail: over 16,000 drops of glass and hand-sewn Rosemont crystals arranged into a lattice pattern. The dress was made by a team of 12 Italian artisans who airbrushed the glass to achieve a pink ombré finish that shimmered with each movement. Gomez completed the look with a peachy nude lip and a wavy bob, as well as a dazzling diamond choker and drop earrings. The star's stylist, Erin Walsh, told E! News that the pair were looking to channel 'movie star magic' and were inspired by Sophia Loren, one of Italy's most famous actresses. Gomez and Walsh even consulted the Hollywood icon's former tailor while planning the look, the stylist revealed. On a glamorous night at LA's Dolby Theatre, the standout look was one of several that were dripping in sparkling embellishments. During a performance for the Academy's 'James Bond' tribute, Doja Cat sparkled in a custom Swarovski gown made using over one million crystals. Lily-Rose Depp wore a plunging custom lacy black halter dress by Chanel that featured about 191,000 embroidery elements, including black sequins, crystals and pearls. And Ariana Grande, whose stunning Schiaparelli gown — recently seen on the label's Spring-Summer 2025 Haute Couture runway — came alive with over 190,000 crystal sequins, rhinestones and cut beads. Gowns in blush pink shades were also trending on the evening's carpet. Gomez arrived at the award show with fiance Benny Blanco in tow, before co-presenting the Best Documentary Short Film and Best Documentary Feature categories alongside Samuel L. Jackson. Her film 'Emilia Perez' was nominated for 13 Oscars, including Best Picture, but only saw two wins — for Best Supporting Actress (Zoe Saldaña) and Best Original Song (for 'El Mal'). The actress has been among the 2025 awards season's best-dressed. Just last week she appeared at the Screen Actors Guild awards in a romantic Celine gown, and at January's Golden Globes, she described her light blue Prada gown as 'Cinderella meets Jackie O' to E!.
